Former president of the Association of Portuguese Football Referees (APAF) José Luis Tavares has died at the age of 87, the Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) announced on Wednesday, which announced a minute’s silence at all competitions it organizes.
“The FPF announced a minute of silence at its competitions in memory of José Luis Tavares from November 23 to 26,” the note said.
APAF also took to Facebook to remember the former president, deeming that he “left a remarkable legacy in the association movement,” praising his “commitment, leadership and passion for the cause of arbitration.”
In a statement, the FPF announces the death of the former director of the APAF, as well as the Arbitration Commission of the Portuguese Professional Football League, among other positions, recalling that he was its worthy partner.
“José Luis Tavares has been and will always be a benchmark in the world of Portuguese arbitration. A man dedicated to a cause that he lived with great passion. In addition to being a judge, he was a leader, holding leadership positions in which he defended the class with unwavering steadfastness. The legacy he leaves is recognized not only by his peers, but by the whole of national football,” FPF President Fernando Gomes was quoted as saying in the statement.
Author: Lusa
Source: CM Jornal
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